We distribute reclaimed railroad ties that have been removed from service. Many of these ties are in excellent condition for various purposes. These ties are sorted into different grades along side the tracks upon removal. The typical dimensions of railroad ties for landscape use is 7"x9"x8'6". We ship railroad ties directly from the tracks to our clients.

Approximately 3,000 ties are used per mile of railroad track. Ties are set much closer together in the USA, where rails are traditionally fastened to the ties by railroad spikes. Ties are usually manufactured from a variety of hardwoods, oak being a popular specie. Ties are often heavily creosoted. Oil-type creosote is effective when used in ground contact, water contact, or above ground applications. Creosote is the oldest wood preservative still in commercial use in the United States. For more detailed information on preservative-treated wood, please visit the United States Forest Service's website: USDA / USFS T&D Publications